Store Operative

Laing O'Rourke; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 20,388 - 24,521; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Training and development opportunities

Supportive team environment focused on safety

Job summary

Laing O'Rourke is seeking a Stores Operative to support a major logistics project in the United Kingdom. This role involves ensuring the management of site stores and occupational health initiatives while working closely with operational and HSE teams.

Key responsibilities include managing stock accuracy, issuing tools and PPE, and conducting inspections. The ideal candidate will hold a valid CSCS Card and possess strong organizational and communication skills. Competitive hourly rates and training opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Valid CSCS Card.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational abilities and attention to detail.
• Capability to promote safety culture and challenge unsafe practices.

Responsibilities

• Manage site stores, ensuring stock control and IT system accuracy.
• Act as a link between operational and HSE teams for health and safety compliance.
• Support initiatives related to occupational health and PPE management.
• Maintain inward/outward stock movement and inventory integrity.
• Conduct inspections of tools and lifting equipment.

Skills

Valid CSCS Card

Computer literacy (Microsoft Excel & Word)

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Good organisational skills and attention to detail

Ability to challenge unsafe behaviour and promote a safety culture

Job description

Job Role - Stores Operative

Rate - £14.80‑17.80 per hour

We are hiring

Role Context

This role supports a major project within our logistics operations. You will be based on‑site in a dynamic environment, working closely with operational and HSE teams to ensure smooth management of stores and occupational health initiatives.

Role Purpose

• Manage site stores, including stock control and IT system accuracy.
• Act as a key link between operational teams and HSE teams to promote health, safety, and environmental compliance.
• Support occupational health initiatives and ensure proper PPE and equipment management.

Key Responsibilities

• Issue tools, plant, materials, PPE and equipment via AssetTagz.
• Maintain accurate inward/outward stock movement and inventory integrity.
• Keep detailed records of PPE issued to employees.
• Order stock and maintain supplier relationships.
• Ensure proper tagging of equipment with hazard guidance and tool tethers for work at height.
• Support occupational health initiatives (dust extraction, HAV monitoring, PPE feedback).
• Conduct inspections and maintenance of tools, lifting equipment, and fall protection gear.
• Manage COSHH compliance and face‑fit testing.

Skills & Qualifications

• Valid CSCS Card.
• Computer literacy (Microsoft Excel & Word).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to challenge unsafe behaviour and promote a safety culture.

Training Available: COSHH, Harness Inspection, Occupational Health Risk Management, Face‑Fit (Train the Trainer).

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly rate.
• Training and development opportunities.
• A supportive team environment focused on safety and excellence.

Ready to join us? Apply now and be part of a team that values safety, precision, and collaboration.

Applicants with Disability

As part of the Disability Confident scheme, we would like to enable access to candidates with long term conditions and disabilities through the ‘Offer an interview scheme'. This supports applicants that meet the essential criteria by offering an interview for the advertised position. Please let us know if you would like to opt in to this scheme and if you require any adjustments for the interview process.

If you need the application form in an alternative format or you would like to know more about our recruitment process, please email [e-mail].